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“Getter ens from Getter Bulbs 


FOLEY GARDENS. 


You Must Be Satistied 2. 


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Distinctive Exhibition Gladiolus 
Dahlias 
Lilies 


Cannas 


Tuberous Begonias 
Tigridias 
Tuberoses 
Tritomas 

Gloxinias 
Caladiums 
Montbretias 


Acidanthera 


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Tall Bearded Iris 


FOLEY GARDENS 
FREEPORT, ILLINOIS 


Once again 

we extend cordial greetings 
to our friends 

everywhere. 


It is indeed a pleasure to send you our.1953 Catalog. You 
will find it “chuck-full” of good values in bulbs. 


Our growing season and weather conditions all during 1952 
were as near perfect as any bulb grower could ask for. We 
were fortunate to escape the terrific heat that prevailed over 
much of the country for weeks at a time. Our spring was early; 
our fall late. Rains came at even intervals until digging time, 
and then weather and soil conditions could not have been more 
ideal for harvesting the best crop of healthy, high-crowned 
bulbs we have ever had. 


All of our bulblets and planting stock were grown on new 
ground and what growth they made. Flowers were not cut from 
these bulbs. The bulbs are clean, plump, and solid—the kind 
we are proud to send you when filling your orders. We will 
be happy to share our excellent crop with you by being gener- 
ous with “extras.” 


Nineteen fifty-two was another record year for visitors from 
far and near. We are always pleased to have you see our 
various plantings and cordially invite you to visit our gardens 
at any time, though glads are usually at their best from late 
July through early September. Come and see the colorful 
display of tulips during blooming time in May. Our home is 
easily located at 221 N. Foley Avenue. Our telephone number 
is Main 2539. 


You have no idea how much we appreciate the many cards 
and letters of thanks and appreciation we receive every day. I 
wish time permitted a personal reply to each one. These 
letters and cards bring to us a realization of our responsibility 
of doing everything we can to send out the best aa that can 
be grown and to give increasingly better values, prompt and 
friendly service. 


There is no richer blessing than that of good health. Our 
wish is that you will not only enjoy the best of health, but also 
the happiness, contentment, and recreation of working in your 
garden among your glads and other flowers. 


We hope we may be permitted to serve you in many helpful 
ways this year and throughout the years to come, 


Cordially and sincerely yours, 


FOLEY GARDENS 


Our Special 


BLUE RIBBON 


collection of 


Giant Flowering 
GLADIOLUS 


35 Varieties 
for only $2.00 


You will have magnificient blooms from every one of the 


35 large high-crowned bulbs pictured above. 


Each 


bulb will measure from 114 to 2 inches or more across. 
Everyone of the 35 will be a different variety. 


You swamped us with orders for 
our Special Blue Ribbon Collection 
for two successive years. At planting 
time 1952 we had decided to eliminate 
this offer, but after harvesting our 
prize crop of bulbs during the fall, 
we reverse our decision and repeat 
the most popular special offer we have 
ever catalogued knowing we would 
have the many thousands of bulbs 
needed for the Blue Ribbon Collec- 


tions. 


Think of the pleasure and enjoy- 
ment you will have in watching 35 
different varieties come into bloom. 
We positively guarantee there will be 
no two alike and that each bulb will 
be large size, 114, to 2 or more inches 
across just like those pictured above. 


We are positive this Collection of 
35 outstanding varieties represents the 
best value available to home garden- 
ers of America. Here is your oppor- 
tunity to enjoy the greatest assortment 
of brilliant colors, pastel shades, beau- 
tifully ruffled and frilled varieties. 
Practically every bulb with ordinary 


care will produce those tall spikes 
with blooms from 4 to 6 inches across. 


In order that you may enjoy these 
most beautiful of all Glads over a 
long, blooming season, we will use 
early, midseason, and late varieties in 
each Collection. This Blue Ribbon 
Collection will make an ideal gift for 
any flower-loving friend, neighbor. or 
relatives. You may order as many 
Collections as you need. Each will 
be packaged separately. 


A four-page leaflet giving full cul- 
tural directions will be included free. 
We wont say more, except money 
back, if, when you receive your bulbs, 
you are not completely satisfied. 


Note the opportunity of substantial 
savings by ordering more than one 
Collection. 


3 Blue Ribbon Collections _____.. 5.65 
4 Blue Ribbon Collections _____... 7.35 
5 Blue Ribbon Collections __...... 9.15 


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FOLEY GARDENS 


PLEASE READ CAREFULLY 


WE GUARANTEE COMPLETE SAT- 
ISFACTION OR YOUR MONEY BACK. 
All bulbs and plants are guaranteed to be 
true to name and free of injurious insects 
and disease. If you have a complaint of 
any kind at any time PLEASE TELL US, 
so that we can make an adjustment or cor- 
rection satisfactory to you. 


ORDERING 


PLEASE SEND YOUR ORDER AS 
EARLY AS POSSIBLE. Use the conven- 
ient order blank enclosed. All orders will 
be acknowledged when received. 


Because of increased postage rates and 
higher packaging costs we prefer not to re- 
ceive orders for less than $2.00. If your or- 
der is less than $2.00 please include 25c 
extra to cover postage and handling. 


YOU MAY ORDER 3 BULBS AT THE 
10 RATE, but no single item for less than 
the smallest unit listed. In other words if 
a variety is listed at 2 bulbs for twenty 
cents, we cannot sell one bulb for ten cents, 
as the packing costs and extra work in- 
volved will be too expensive. 


EXTRA BULBS 


When your order is filled you can depend 
upon our putting in extra bulbs of varieties 
you order and bulbs of newer varieties for 
you to try. Usually the extra and trial bulbs 
will amount to from 10% to 20% of what 
your order totals. If you will send your 
order promptly we will not only be able to 
spend more time in selecting the choicest 
bulbs for you but can and will be more lib- 
eral with extras. However, extra bulbs do 
not apply to collections except as stated in 
the collection offer. 


It will help us in selecting extra bulbs for 
you if you will mention a few varieties you 
would like to try. You will be happily sur- 
prised when your bulbs arrive and you find 
out how generous we have been. 


SHIPPING 


ALL RETAIL ORDERS ARE SHIPPED 
BY PARCEL POST. WE PAY THE POST- 
AGE. Your permission to ship as early as 
possible will be greatly appreciated. How- 
ever if you specify a definite shipping date 
we will be guided by your wishes and in- 
structions. 


SPECIAL NOTICE 


If you wish bulbs shipped during June, 
July or August, we will Ve glad to accom- 
modate you providing you will place your 
order during MARCH, APRIL or EARLY 
MAY. The earlier the better. Then while 
our stocks are complete we can select your 
bulbs and keep them in storage until time 
to ship. All such orders should be accom- 
panied with at least a 25% down payment. 


SELECTING VARIETIES 


Many times we are asked, “What varie- 
ties should I buy?” or “Which ones would 
we recommend?’ Such questions are dif- 
ficult to answer, because what would please 
me you may not like at all. A lot depends 
on colors you prefer and for what purpose 
you want the blooms. REMEMBER that 
if we did not think a variety was worth- 
while it certainly would not ie listed. 


It has always been our policy to be 
honest, fair and as accurate as possible in 
describing each variety. On this basis you 
can make your selections with full confi- 
dence, that those you choose will perform 
excellently if you will give them reasonable 
care and attention. 

Each year we find it necessary to make 
some changes in varieties. It is impossible 
to list them all or to grow them all. If a 
new or old variety will not perform satis- | 
factory for us from one year to the next, we 
think it would be most unfair and unethical 
to sell bulbs of such varieties to you. 

Again our trial garden was a thrilling ex- 
perience. It was “oh and ahs” and “look 
here” as some of the new varieties unfolded 
their beauty. Some were disappointing and 
will be discarded. We will increase our 
stock of others and list them in our next 
catalog. A few choice varieties previously 
listed were eliminated this year because of 
our stocks being too small. The best of these 
will return to our catalog another year. 


A few older varieties have been perma- 
nently discontinued. It is impractical for 
you or for us to grow them when newer 
varieties are bettter and cost no more. 


To grow bulbs that will produce the kind 
of spikes and blooms you want we use the 
most up-to-date methods, modern machin- 
ery and follow carefully, sucessful cultural 
directions. Our bulb fields are well tended, 
cultivated regularly and kept free of weeds 
and harmful insects. This involves a tre- 
mendous amount of work and supervision, 
but strong, vigorous growing plants which 
will produce good healthy bulbs are of 
first importance to us, and EVEN MORE 
IMPORTANT TO YOU. 


We cannot profitably grow either new or 
old varieties, which will not consistently 
give a high percentage of fancy marketable 
spikes and the choice, strong and healthy 
bulbs we must have for filling your orders. 


SIZE OF BULBS 


Bulbs are graded into six different sizes, 
ranging from No. 1 the largest, to No. 6, 
the smallest. The No. 1 size is 1% inches 
or more in diameter, No. 2 from 1% to 1% 
inches. Sizes 3, 4, and 5 vary % inch down 
to size 6, which is % inch or smaller, 


In the retail list you will notice we list 
large, medium and small. Sizes 1 and 2 are 


Freeport, [lmois 


Gladiolus Listings 


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large, 8 and 4 medium and 5 and 6 small. 
You will always get the largest bulbs we 
have of the size you order. If you order 
large size and we are out of the No. 1 size, 
then all we can do is use the No. 2 size. 
But when this is done you will get extra 
bulbs to make up for the smaller size. 


Remember we use only good, healthy 
young bulbs in filling all orders. From these 
you can depend upon having those big, 
husky spikes you will be proud to display 
and exhibit to your friends and garden vis- 
itors. 


You can count on large bulbs to produce 
the largest blooms and spikes. Medium 
sized bulbs will nearly always bloom, 
though somewhat later and often with less 
buds on the spike. Small bulbs of most 
varieties will bloom but the spikes and 
flower heads will be shorter. 


RETAIL PRICE LIST 


Name of Originator is shown in parenthesis 
following variety name. Floret size is desig- 
nated (Giant) 5% inches in diameter and 
larger. (Large) 4% to 5% inches. (Medium) 
3% to 4% inches. Blooming time is indicated 
as (Early) (Midseason) or (Late). 


ABBU HASSEN (Pfitzer ... Med... . Early) 
A beautiful glossy, deep blue-violet. The 
color is rare among glads. Plants are med- 
ium height and blooms always correctly 
spaced on a straight spike. Lg. 2 for 25c or 
10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. 
Bbts. 100 for 35c. 


ALGONQUIN (Palmer .. . Large . . . Early) 
An oldtimer but still a champion variety for 
exhibition and cutting. The ruffled, needle- 
point blooms are a brilliant scarlet. Lg. 2 for 
20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 
50c. Bbts. 100 for 30c. 


“Can’t let another year go by without telling 
you how much [I appreciate the fine quality 
bulbs and good service. My glads were beauti- 
ful and the talk of the neighborhood. Thanks 
for the many extras.” Mrs. L. Forgy, Kans. 


ALFRED NOBEL (DeBe ... Giant... 
Midseason) We are happy to offer you this 
new, giant glad, a soft salmon-rose with 
white throat. Makes extra long spikes, has 
good floret placement. Highly recommended. 
Lg. 1 for 25c or 10 for $2.00. Med. 2 for 25c 
or 10 for $1.00. Bbts. 25 for 50c. 
ASTRID (Jack ... Giant . . . Early) A ruf- 
fled beauty. We like it better every year. 
An easy-to-grow, clear medium rose, Opens 
5 and more perfect blooms on a good heavy 
spike. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 
3 for 25c or 10 for 70c. 


BEAUTY’S BLUSH (Fischer... Giant... 
Midseason) We rate this stunning, soft, blush 
pink as one of the best in this color. An easy- 
to-grow beauty that can stand any kind of 
weather and open 7 to 8 lovely blooms on 
a heavy spike. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. 
Med. 8 for 25c or 10 for 65c. Sm. 4 for 20c 
or 10 for 40c. Bbts. 60 for 25c. 


BENJAMIN BRITTEN (K and M ... Med. 
. .. Early) A deep toned lavender that every- 
one likes. Florists asked for it all summer. A 
wonderful variety and certainly a good 
grower. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 
3 for 25c or 10 for 65c. Sm. 5 for 25c or 10 
for 40c. Bbts. 75 for 25c. 


“TI am enjoying the most beautiful glads I ever 
grew. Thanks for such fine bulbs. Want more 
next spring.” Mrs. Wm. Slocum, [a. 


BLACK OPAL (Errey ... Med... Early) 
A sensational, tall-growing, very dark red. 
Opens 8 to 10 perfect blooms on a long 
flower head. One of our most popular varie- 
ties and excellent for exhibition.Lg. 2 for 20c 
or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. 


BLUE BEAUTY (Pfitzer ... Large... 
Early) The best known and most popular 
medium blue. Opens 5 to 6 wide open 
blooms on a good spike. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 
for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 
100 for 30c. 


BOISE BELLE (Roberts ... Large... 
Late) A beautiful pink and yellow with a 
sensational winning record at shows. Grand 
Champion many times. Opens 12 heavily 
ruffled florets of leathery texture. Tall, 
vigorous, healthy grower. This gorgeously 
colored Glad deserves its high rating. Lg. 
1 for 30c or 10 for $2.40. Med. 1 for 20c or 
10 for $1.60. 


BOULOGNE (Salmon .. .Giant . . . Mid- 
season) A silky wine-red much like the color 
of the American Beauty rose. One of the best 
from Holland. Opens 8 giant blooms on an 
extremely long flower head. Lg. 2 for 25c 
or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. 
Bbts. 100 for 35c. 


“The bulbs arrived safely and certainly are 
fine. Thanks for the free bulbs you included.” 
Mrs. A. J. Dellget, W. Va. 


BUCKEYE BRONZE (Wilson . . . Large 
. . . Midseason) A large burning bronze. 
Distinctive, unusual, and beautiful. Has 
many ribbons to its credit. Lg. 2 for 20c 
or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 
50c. 


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FOLEY GARDENS 


BURMA (Palmer ... Large . . . Midseason) 
If we could grow only ten varieties Burma 
would be one of them. A heavily ruffled, 
rich, deep rose. Opens up to 10 perfectly 
placed blooms. An outstanding variety, very 
highly recommended. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 
80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Sm. 5 
for 20c or 10 for 35c. Bbts. 100 for 35c. 


CHAUMONY (Baerman... Med... Mid- 
season) An unusual rose-pink with silver 
edged petals. Opens 10 nicely ruffled florets 
on an always straight spike. Lg. 2 for 20c or 
10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. 
Bbts. 100 for 25c. 


CHIEF PONTIAC (Snyder ... Giant... 
Midseason) A scarlet giant among Glads. 
One of the tallest and most vigorous growing 
of all varieties. Opens up to 7 florets on ex- 
tremely long flower heads. Lg. 1 for 35c or 
10 for $2.80. Med. 1 for 25c or 10 for $2.00. 


CIRCE (K and M... Giant . . . Midseason) 
A massive, plain-petalled scarlet-orange with 
a delicate cream marking in the throat. Makes 
wonderful spikes. A great new Glad for the 
fancier. Lg. 1 for 40c or 10 for $3.20. Med. 
1 for 25c or 10 for $2.00. Sm. 2 for 30c or 10 
for $1.20. Bbts. 20 for 50c. 


COLONEL ATKINSON (Williams 
Large . . . Late) A new, deep-toned laven- 
der. If you like to display towering spikes 
with 10 to 12 open blooms, this variety 
will really give you a thrill. A prize winner 
wherever shown. Certainly a strong, robust 
grower and a sparkling beauty. Lg. 1 for 
20c or 10 for $1.60. Med. 2 for 25c or 10 
for $1.00. 


“My glad bulbs arrived in perfect condition. 
When I opened the box it was like opening 
a surprise package instead of an order. I was 
overjoyed with the quality and quantity of all 
the bulbs. The Regal lilies were wonderful. 
Thanks again.” Mrs. John Klennert, Minn. 


SSS ERE EEG EI 


CONNECTICUT YANKEE (Schenetsky .. . 
Large . . . Midseason) A magnificient, light 
pink with a reddish spearhead deep in the 
throat. Connecticut Yankee makes perfect 
spikes for exhibition. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 
for $1.00. Med 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Bbts. 
100 for 30c. 


CORONA (Palmer ... Giant . . . Midseason) 
When well grown, Corona just can’t be 
beat. A beautiful, soft, creamy pink with a 
rose picoted edge on each petal. Our bulbs 
of this variety are the nicest we have ever 
offered. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 85c. Med. 
4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 100 for 30c. 


COVER GIRL (LaSalle . . . Giant . . . Mid- 
season) A medium pink with a sensational 
winning record at shows everywhere. Makes 
wonderful spikes from any size bulbs. Opens 
10 and more giant size florets on a tall spike 
with an extremely long flower head. ..Lg. 2 
for 20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 3 for 20c or 10 
for 55c. Sm. 10 for 30c. Bbts. 75 for 30c. 


“The glad bulbs I purchased from you last 
spring turned out excellent. Your generous 
overcount and extras were greatly appreciated. 
Please rush your new catalog.” A. L. S., New 
York. 


CRINKLE CREAM (Ellis ... Large... 
Midseason) A nicely ruffled, beautiful, soft 
creamy yellow. Just wish you could have seen 
our Crinkle Cream in bloom during late 
August. Every spike was perfect. Lg. 2 for 
25c or 10 for $1.00. Med 3 for 25c or 10 for 
60c. Bbts. 50 for 25c. 


DAISY MAE (Luis ... Giant ... Late) A 
dusky, deep orangy-salmon with a rose-red 
throat marking A grand variety for exhibi- 
tion and cutting. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. 
Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 100 for 
35c. 


DIEPPE (Hassall... Large . . . Midseason) 
A beautiful, dazzling, deep salmon-red. 
Another variety we couldn’t. be without. 
Dieppe is truly a magnificient, ruffled beau- 
ty that will produce grand champion spikes 
right down the row. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Sm. 10 
for 35c. Bbts. 75 for 25c. 


DR. FLEMING (K and M... Large... 
Very Early) An intensely ruffled, soft sal- 
mon-pink. Opens 8 perfect blooms on an 
average height plant. Its earliness and beauty 
make Dr. Fleming a valuable variety for 
commercial purposes. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 
for $1.00. Med 3 for 25c or 10 for 50c. 
Bbts. 75 for 30c. 


DUSTY MILLER (Elliott ... Large... 
Midseason) A well-named smoky, old rose, 
nicely marked with cream and white. One 
of the most reliable smokies opening 8 large 
blooms on a 20 bud spike. Lg. 2 for 25c or 
10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 65c. 


ELIZABETH THE QUEEN (White .. . 
Giant . . . Midseason) This magnificient, 
outstanding lavender still reigns supreme. 
Beautifully ruffled blooms on always straight 
spikes. A great exhibition variety preferred 
by everyone. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. 
Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Sm. 8 for 25c. 
Bbts. 100 for 30c. 


Freeport, Illinois 


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EVANGELINE (Palmer . .. Giant . . . Mid- 
season) A beautifully ruffled light rose with 
a rich creamy throat. Opens 8 to 10 florets 
on spikes often 6 foot tall. A great show Glad. 
Many time Grand Champion. Lg. 1 for 20c 
or 10 for $1.60. Med. 2 for 30c or 10 for 
$1.20. Sm. 3 for 30c or 10 for 80c. 


FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE (Harris .. . 
Large . . . Midseason) Here is a new white 
we would place among the “10 best.” A 
waxy, lacy white with a cream glow in the 
throat. Opens 6 to 8 beautiful florets on 
very tall spikes. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.20. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Sm. 10 
for 35c. Bbts. 50 for 25c. 


FRIENDSHIP (Fischer ... Large . . . Early) 
A beautiful, soft, pure pink in great demand. 
Opens 8 gracefully ruffled florets. Makes 
wonderful spikes from bulbs of all sizes. 
Lg. 2 for 35c or 10 for $1.40. Med. 2 for 25c 
or 10 for $1.00. Sm. 10 for 60c. Bbts. 100 
for 60c. 


“Algonquin, Burma, Crinkle Cream and Lead- 
ing Lady were wonderful. Others were ex- 
cellent too. I know now it pays to buy good 
young bulbs. Thanks for the extras you sent.” 
G. S. Stauder, N. Y. 


GENE (Farrington ... Medium. . . Early) 
A heavily ruffled, medium yellow. Opens 8 
lovely florets on spikes of average height. 
Wonderful grower and its earliness greatly 
increases its value. Lg. 2 for 30c or 10 for 
$1.20. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 70c. 


GENERAL EISENHOWER (Salmon .. . 
Giant . . . Midseason) A massive pink, a 
giant for height, flower size, and length of 
flower head. A rugged grower, so vigorous 
even medium bulbs produce huge spikes. 
Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c 
or 10 for 60. Bbts. 100 for 35c. 


GIANT (Hatch... Giant ... Early) Garden 
visitors are always attracted to this nicely 
ruffled, deep rose-red. Grows like weeds. 
Probably should not have listed Giant this 
year, as we have less than a normal supply 
of bulbs. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. Bbts. 
75 for 30c. 


HANS VAN MEEGEREN (K and M... 
Large . . . Midseason) A rich canary yellow, 
the nicest of this color we grew in 1952. 
Florets beautifully shaped and_ perfectly 
placed on a spike of exact proportions. Lg. 
2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 
10 for 60c. Bbts. 75 for 30c. 


HARRY HOPKINS (Salmon... Large... 
Midseason) This silky, deep rose-red is one 
of the best of this color we have ever grown. 
Certainly vigorous, and it’s really a pleasure 
to see and cut perfect Harry Hopkins spikes 
right down the row. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Bbts. 
100 for 35ce. 


“Thank you for the wonderful bulbs. The 
nicest and most generous order I have ever 


had. Thanks also for the extras.” Jennie 
Whitehead. Tex. 
HEART’S DESIRE (Fielder . . . Giant... 


Midseason) Here is another glad rating high 
on our list of “most beautiful.” Heart’s Desire 
is supremely beautiful, opening up to 8 
waxy, pastel salmon blooms. The florets have 
a creamy yellow throat and are nicely ruf- 
fled. Lg. 2 for 35c or 10 for $1.40. Med. 
2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Bbts. 25 for 25c. 


HIGH FINANCE (Wilson ... Large... 
Late) Like smokies? An old one but still one 
of the best. A smoky orange-gray with a 
creamy throat. Opens up to 8 nicely waxed 
blooms. Nice for cutting and wonderful for 
exhibition. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 
4 for 25c. or 10 for 50c. 


HUNTRESS (Jack ... Large... Early) A 
magnificient early lavender, nicely ruffled 
blooms on alway straight spikes. Huntress 
is an easy grower and our choice of all 
lavenders for early cutting. Lg. 2 for 20c 
or 10 for 80c. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. 
Bbts. 50 for 25c. 


JUNE BELLS (K and M... Large... 
Early) A sturdy growing, nicely ruffled, 
early white. We grow thousands of June 
Bells for our customers and can highly re- 
commend this variety as a great all-purpose 
glad. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 
for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 100 for 25c. 


“T received the Glad bulbs and they were 
really nice. I am so pleased and thanks loads 
for the many extras.”’ Mrs. V. Meyer, IIl. 


KARDINAL SPELLMAN (K and M... 
Giant . . . Midseason) For two successive 
years this massive growing rose-red with a 
violet cast has been spectacular. Florets 
have a leathery texture, are always perfectly 
placed. We first grew this variety in 1951. 
The bulbs were all sold before catalog time. 
This year we grew more. You will like 
Kardinal Spellman. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 55c. Bbts. 
75 for 30c. 


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KING LEAR (Palmer... Large . . . Early) 
A heavily ruffled purple with silver edged 
petals. One of the tallest growing varieties. 
Well grown spikes of King Lear can well be 
the envy of everyone who sees them. Lg. 
2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. Med 4 for 25c or 
10 for 50c. 


LAVENDER DREAM (K and M ... Large 
... Early) A soft toned lavender and one of 
the earliest of all to bloom. Not a perfect 
glad (few are) but its wonderful soft color 
and earliness makes Lavender Dream a 
valuable variety. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. 
Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 75 for 30c. 


LAVENDER PRINCE ( LaSalle . . . Large 
. . « Midseason) A rich colored lavender 
which appeals to everyone. Darker than 
Elizabeth the Queen. The demand steadily 
increases for good lavenders and Lavender 
Prince continues to become more and more 
popular. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00 
Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 50c. 


“T won the Grand Prize at our flower show 
with Spic and Span, Red Charm was second. 
Elizabeth the Queen was wonderful. You 
were rightt, I just wasted my time with the 
old worn out bulbs I had. Here is my order 
for $27.50.” James Clark, Ind. 


LEADING LADY (Johnson... Large... 
Midseason) A beautiful cream white sport 
of Picardy with perhaps the greatest show 
winning record of any glad. Leading Lady 
is still prominent and most widely grown, 
often being named Grand Champion. Lg. 
2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 
10 for 50c. Sm. 10 for 30c. Bbts. 100 for 35c. 


LEEUWENHORST (Salmon... Giant... 
Midseason) A massive growing light rose 
tinted lavender. The huge flowers are per- 
fectly placed. An all-weather glad that cuts 
right down the row and grows faster than 
weeds. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 
4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 100 for 35c. 


MANSOER (Salmon ... Large ... Mid- 
season) A glossy maroon with a brownish 
cast. The unusual color and great vigor of 
Mansoer steadily increases this variety’s 
popularity. Every bulb will make a wonder- 
ful spike. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. 
Med. 8 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Bbts. 50 for 25c. 


MARGARET BEATON (Twomey .. . Large 
. . . Midseason) A pure white with a tiny 
scarlet throat blotch. Opens 6 to 8 lovely 
blooms on a “yard long” flower head. One 
of the tallest growing varieties. Lg. 3 for 
25c or 10 for 75c. Med. 5 for 25c or 10 for 
40c. Bbts. 100 for 30c. 


MARIMBA (Palmer... Large... Mid- 
season) If you like the “six-footers” here is 
an amazing glad for vigor and length of 
flower head. An attractive light buff with 
faint shades of pink. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 
80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Sm. 10 
for 30c. Bbts. 100 for 30c. 


“My bulbs arrived last week. I never saw nicer 
bulbs and do I ever appreciate the fine lot of 
extras you sent.” Mrs. M P. Mullinax, S. C. 


MAXWELTON (Baerman ... Large... 
Midseason) A charming soft rose with a 
slightly darker throat. Opens 6 to 8 beautiful 
blooms on a tall spike. Healthy and vigor- 
ous. A wonderful cutter. Lg. 2 for 20c or 
10 for 80c. Bbts. 50 for 25c. 


MISS WISCONSIN (Krueger... Large... 
Midseason) A soft mellow rose with no com- 
petition in this color. A good performer. This 
glad will reward you with heavy long spikes 
with really massive flower heads. Lg. 2 
for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 
10 for 60c. Sm. 10 for 35c. Bbts. 100 for 30c. 


MODERN TIMES ( Salmon... Large . 
Midseason) An entirely different crimson- 
red much like the color of the Better Times 
rose. This glad, though grown here only one 
year, performed so well we recommend 
Modern Times without hesitation. Invari- 
ably our men garden visitors would say, 
“I want this one, too.” Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 
for $1.00. Med. 83 for 25c or 10 for 60c. 
Bbts. 75 for 30c. 


MORNING KISS (Salmon . . . Giant... 
Midseason) A giant white which, when well 
grown, will often reach a height of six feet 
or more. Each floret has a feathery lavender 
pink marking deep in the throat. Flower 
heads often reach a length of 30 inches. Lg. 
2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 
10 for 60c. Bbts. 75 for 25c. 


“T furnished flowers for our Church. Every 
one was amazed at the beautiful colors and 
size of the blooms. People came from all 
over town to see my glads. Many wanted 


bulbs. I referred them all to you.” Mrs. 
Eugene Baker, Wis. 
MRS. MARKS MEMORY (Pfitzer . . . Giant 


. Midseason) A brilliant purple and a 
mighty nice variety. Grows tall, has lots of 
vigor and opens 6 to 8 lovely, well-placed 
blooms on a spike of perfect balance. Lg. 
2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 
for 50c. Bbts. 100 for 35c. oe 


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MYRNA FAY (Lins... Large . . . Early) 
An outstanding, rich, orchid lavender with 
an exquisite freshness to each of the 8 to 10 
beautiful blooms on spikes of 20 to 21 buds. 
Myrna Fay grows tall and certainly is a 
supreme beauty. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.00. Med. 3 for 20c or 10 for 50c. — 


“T am delighted with my glad bulbs that ar- 
tived today. Many thanks for the extra 
bulbs.” Mrs. Clyde Dawson, III. 


NEW EUROPE (K and M)... Large... 
Late) A russet orange-red that is strikingly 
beautiful. The florets are lightly waved and 
from 6 to 8 are open on a stretchy and 
heavy spike with a long flower head. Lg. 
2 for 20c. or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 
10 for 50c. Bbts. 75 for 25c. 


NEW YORK (Salmon . .. Large .. . Mid- 
season) A dusky, silky rose-red. The plain- 
petaled blooms have a mellow-frosty glow, 
the color appealing to everyone. Spikes grow 
close to six feet tall. New York has been a 
favorite with us for three straight years. 
Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 
25c or 10 for 60c. Bbts. 50 for 25c. 


OCTOBER SUNSHINE (Quackenbush .. . 
Large . . . Midseason) A beautiful pastel 
shade of soft, orangy buff with a yellow 
shaded throat. This glad outdoes itself year 
after year, producing towering spikes with 
long flower heads from every bulb. A great 
commercial and always a welcome sight 
when in bloom. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. 


ORANGE GOLD (Marshall ... Large... 
Midseason) Here is a great glad, the only 
large flowered, true orange. The color is 
rare and plants easily reach a height of 5 
to 514 feet. A very important variety for 
both exhibition and commercial use. Lg. 
2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 
10 for 60c. 


“My glads were perfect. I won 7 first prizes 

at our fair. Now all my friends and neigh- 
. bors want bulbs from you. Every one wants 
-Burma.” Mrs. Dave Burkow, Ohio. 


ORCHID GIANT (DeBe .. . Giant... 
Midseason) A light orchid violet with a 
slightly darker mauve coloring on lower 
petals. The spikes are magnificient and 
growing habits excellent. Orchid Giant has 
the capacity of producing championship 
spikes right down the row. You will be de- 
lighted with it. Lg. 1 for 40c or 10 for 
$3.20. Med. 1 for 25c or 10 for $2.00. Bbts. 
10 for 25c, 


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ORIENTAL PEARL (Carlson... Giant... 
Midseason) The largest and strongest grow- 
ing cream with blooms often 7 inches across. 
Spikes are massive. Always performs uni- 
formly and when given a little special 
attention, Oriental Pearl can really be a 
masterpiece. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. 
Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 75 for 25c. 


PACTOLUS (K and M... Large... Early) 
Here is a spectacular beauty, a golden- 
buff with a brilliant scarlet blotch on the 
lower petals. A splendid grower. Each spike 
almost an exact duplicate of the next one. 
We grew thousands of Pactolus and had no 
where near enough. Highly recommended. 
Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c 
or 10 for 60c. Bbts. 100 for 35c. 


“Here’s my check for 1,000 bulbs. I was 
was well pleased with my glads last year. The 
people all around raved about how beautiful 


they were.” Mrs. T. Frack. Jr., Pa. 


PALLETTE (Kooy ... Large ... Mid- 
season) A new vermilion-red with a sharp 
contrasting, clear purple-blue blotch. An 
origination from Holland winning the Silver 
Challenge Cup for the best 1951 glad. The 
color is appealing and attracts everyone’s 
adoration. We are proud to recommend 
Pallette. Lg. 1 for 50c or 10 for $4.00. Med. 
1 for 35c or 10 for $2.40. Bbts. 10 for 40c. 


PATROL (Palmer ... Large .. . Early) 
A beautiful, clear apricot with a yellow 
throat. This glad will really thrill you with 
its 10 open florets and remaining buds show- 
ing color. A fine exhibition variety that will 
stand all kinds of weather. Very highly 
recommended. Grand Champion many times. 
Lg. 1 for 25c or 10 for $2.00. Med. 2 for 
30c or 10 for $1.20. 


PAUL RUEBENS (Salmon... Large... 
Midseason) A beautiful reddish violet with 
a, magenta cast. Very striking and unusual. 
The color is magnificent and spikes always 
well proportioned. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Bbts. 
75 for 25c. 


“The collection of all white and cream you 
made up for us, for our Mother’s Day present 
to Mother, really thrilled us all when they 
bloomed. We certainly thank you for the 
present you sent, 3 bulbs of Silver Wings.” 
John and Mary Stelcher, Nebr. 


PERSONALITY (Butt .. . Giant . . . Mid- 
season) A beautiful smooth light rose. The 
blooms are huge and as many as 7 to 9 will 
open on a spike often six feet tall. This high 
class glad is one of our favorites. Lg. 2 for 
30c or 10 for $1.20. ‘ 


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Gladiolus Listings 


FOLEY GARDENS 


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PHANTOM BEAUTY (Bastian . . . Large 
. . . Midseason) A very light salmon-pink. 
Its 10 to 12 open, close set blooms are a 
delight to see and make a display of color 
hard to describe. Phantom Beauty is a won- 
derful keeper and is destined to become 
one of the most popular of all American 
glads. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 
4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 75 for 25c. 
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“We sure had grand glads from the bulbs we 
purchased from you last year. Enclosed is my 
order and two others from friends.” Mrs G 
R. Marshall, Tl. 


PICARDY (Palmer . . . Large . . . Mid- 
season) A clear salmon-pink, the most popu- 
lar variety in existence and still the most 
widely grown. Lg. 3 for 25c or 10 for 80c. 
Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 45c¢ Bbts. 100 for 
25c. 


PINK RADIANCE (Quackenbush . . . Large 

. Midseason) A pure, light pink that 
grows uniform and is wonderful for cutting 
and exhibition. Here is a glad of distinction. 
A few spikes of Pink Radiance make a 
stunning display. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 
80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. 


POETS DREAM (Fischer ... Med... 
Midseason) This exquisite lavender is a 
favorite for those who appreciate real beauty. 
The blooms are intensely ruffled and while 
the flower heads are not so long, the pastel 
coloring of Poets Dream makes it a glad for 
the most discriminating gardners. Lg. 2 
for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 4 for 25c or 
10 for 50c. Sm 10 for 30c. Bbts. 75 for 25c. 


POLYNESIA (K and M... Giant... Mid- 
season) A leathery textured salmon of a 
deeper shade than Picardy. The florets are 
nicely waved and exquisitely marked with 
a creamy yellow and darker salmon blotch. 
It is a special pleasure to grow a glad of 
such high calibre as Polynesia. Lg. 1 for 30c 
or 10 for $2.40. Med. 1 for 20c. or 10 for 
$1.60. Bbts. 20 for 30c. 


“T had wonderful success with the glad bulbs 
purchased from you last year. All my neigh- 
bore want your catalog.” Mrs. Erma Edwards, 
Ill. 


PURPLE SUPREME (Wilson... Med... 
Midseason) A bright purple with a glisten- 
ing lighter border on edge of petals. Spikes 
always straight and. tall. Purple Supreme 
ranks high as an exhibition variety and is 
ideal for commercial growing. Lg. 2 for 
20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 
50c. Sm. 10 for 30c. Bbts. 100 for 30c. 


RAVEL (K and M)... Large .. . Early) 
Here is the most popular blue glad of the 
present time. A medium violet-blue with a 
garnet marking. Florets are flat open on tall, 
strong stems. Large bulbs will make mag- 
nificent spikes with as many as 8 open. A 
great glad. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. 
Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Bbts. 75 for 
25c. 


RED CHARM (Butt... Large . . . Early) 
A true red, opening 6 to 8 glossy blooms on 
fine proportioned spikes. Red Charm still 
holds its position as a glad of excellence. 
Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c 
or 10 for 50c. Sm. 10 for 30c. Bbts. 100 for 
30c. 


“Thanks so much for the wonderful bulbs and 
extras. Be sure to keep me on your mailing 
list.” Mrs. Irene Carr, Me. 


RED CHERRY (Roberts ... Large... 
Early) A bright red with a darker cherry 
red throat. The smooth waxy texture of 
this excellent variety gives it lots of class. 
Red Cherry is an excellent grower and an 
important early variety from the commer- 
cial standpoint. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. 


RED WING (Wright ... Large . . . Mid- 
season) A glossy light scarlet-red shading 
to a deeper throat. This fine glad has won 
the praise of growers everywhere. One must 
marvel at the tremendous flower heads with 
8 to 10 blooms open. Red Wing is a natural 
for both the exhibitor and cut-flower grow- 
er. Lg. 1 for 25c or 10 for $2.00. Med. 2 
for 30c or 10 for $1.20. 


“Thank you for your nice letter. ll be in the 
market for lots of bulbs this coming year and 
you may be sure I’ll purchase them from you.” 
Mrs. O. L. Smith, Ind 


REWI FALLU (Fallu . . . Giant . . . Mid- 
season) A massive flowered blood red with 
blooms often reaching 6 to 7 inches in 
diameter. Makes enormous spikes from big 
bulbs. This fine variety continues to sky- 
rocket in popularity. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 
for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. 


ROSA VAN LIMA (Pfitzer ... Large... 
Early) A soft toned rose-pink widely grown 
for early cutting. Opens 6 to 8 perfectly 
placed blooms on a heavy spike with a long 
flower head. The color of Rosa Van Lima 
is one preferred by florists. Lg. 3 for 25c or 
10 for 70c. Med. 5 for 25c or 10 for 45c. 
Bbts. 100 for 25c. 


Freeport, Ilinois 


Gladiolus Listings 


Page ll 


ROSE CHARM (Fischer ... Medium... . 
Early) A tall clear rose and cream that is 
dramatic in uniformity. Rose Charm so far 
is the earliest glad to bloom and every bulb 
will produce tall spikes with 5 to 7 blooms 
open. This variety is perfect for charming 
arrangements. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. 
Med. 3 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Bbts. 75 for 
30c. 


“My bulbs arrived and they are so nice. You 
put in extras I know I will like. From now 
on Vl always order from you and recommend 
your firm to my friends. I’m sending another 
order for a Mother’s Day gift.” Mrs R. Her- 
ring. Miss. 


SALMON’S GLORY (Salmon . . . Giant 
. . » Early) Here is an immense light cream 
with a carmine-red throat. One of the 
“first early” glads, opening 6 to 7 huge 
blooms on a perfectly balanced spike. Re- 
gardless for what purpose you grow glads, 
if you want real beauty combined with 
earliness, grow Salmon’s Glory. Lg. 2 for 
20c or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 
50c. Bbts. 100 for 30c. 


“I sure was pleased to receive such nice glad 
bulbs and many thanks for the extra bulbs. 
Want more next spring.”? Mrs. L. Doubek, Wis. 


SHERWOOD (Pruitt . . . Giant .. . Mid- 
season) This tall, silky, reddish-purple will 
open 8 huge blooms on a tall strong spike. 
Florets are beautifully ruffled. You will be 
delighted with this outstanding glad which 
rates so high for garden or indoor display. 
Lg. 2 for 30c or 10 for $1.20. Med. 2 for 
20c or 10 for 80c. 


SILVER WINGS (Ritsema ... Giant... 
Midseason) A glistening, milky white with 
a faint touch of cream in the throat. This 
sensational sport of Picardy has won rib- 
bons galore and many times has been rated 
Grand Champion. Grows to a height of 5 
feet and taller. Lg. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. 
Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Sm. 10 for 
30c. Bbts. 100 for 25c. 


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“The bulbs are super-fine and I am happy and 
pleased. Thanks for the free bulbs and prompt 
service.” Mrs. Oscar Schmidt, Mo. 


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SNOW PRINCESS (Pfitzer ... Large... 
Early) A lovely white grown by the acre for 
cut flowers. Snow Princess, though an older 
variety, is still one of the most uniform and 
easiest to grow of all the whites. Lg. 3 for 
25c or 10 for 70c. Med. 5 for 25c or 10 for 
40c. Sm, 10 for 25c. Bbts. 200 for 30c. 


SPIC AND SPAN (Carlson ... Large... 
Midseason) A heavily ruffled deep pink, 
one of the most prominent glads of recent 
years. Makes almost unbelieveable spikes 
from even small bulbs. Opens 8 to 10 per- 
fect blooms with 6 or more buds showing 
color. A variety which is a joy to grow and 
cut. Practically in a class by itself from 
standpoint of “Grand Championships.” Lg. 
2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c 
un 10 for 60c. Sm. 10 for 40c. Bbts. 100 for 
30c. 


SPOTLIGHT (Palmer ... Large . . . Mid- 
season) Here is a clear yellow with a tiny 
spark of red deep in the throat. Spikes 
grow tall and straight. Medium sized bulbs 
will produce marvelous spikes and bloom. 
Another glad you can cut right down the 
row. Lg. 2 for 20c. or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 
for 25c or 10 for 50c. Sm. 10 for 30c. Bbts. 
100 for 25c. 


“Thank you for being so generous. It certain- 
ly is a pleasure to be a customer of yours.” 
E. Butler, Wis. 


STORMY WEATHER (Barrett. . . Large 
. . » Midseason) Here is one of the finest 
smokies we have ever seen. A_ beautiful 
combination of lavender and grey with a 
creamy throat. Florets nicely ruffled, flower 
heads excellent length. Wins ribbons at 
shows everywhere. A delightful variety to 
grow and cut. ..Lg. 1 for 25c or 10 for $2.00. 
Med. 1 for 20c or 10 for $1.60. 


“Your unlabelled collection is tops with us. 
We never had such variety of color, healthy 
plants and tall spikes. We bought unlabelled 
collections from............ ANG woccscorees three straight 
years and only had 5 or 6 different colors. 
From now on we get our bulbs from you. 
Here is a list of friends wanting your cat- 
alog’”’ .Geo. Simpson, 


SUNLIGHT (Spiller . . . Large . . . Mid- 
season) A_ beautiful pastel colored buff. 
You couldn’t ask for a prettier glad and the 
7 large ruffled florets on a_ tall spike cer- 
tainly make a gorgeous display. Lg. 2 for 
25c or 10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c or 10 
for 65c. 


SUNSPOT (Roberts . . . Large . . . Mid- 
season) An apricot-buff with a soft reddish 
throat blur. Sunspot has a remarkable ca- 
pacity of producing grand champion spikes. 
The color combination is perfect and when 
you see 7 and more big blooms open on a 
tall spike, it’s no wonder everyone wants 
to grow this grand variety. Lg. 2 for 25c or 
10 for $1.00. Med. 3 for 25c. or 10 for 60c. 
Bbts. 75 for 30c. 


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Gladiolus Listings 


FOLEY GARDENS 


THE PRESIDENT (Salmon... Large... 
Late) A delicately colored blush RIA that 
captures the admiration of everyone. Even 
medium sized bulbs will grow shoulder 
high spikes right down the row. The Presi- 
dent just nods its head in all kinds of 
weather and makes those grand spikes it is 
a joy to see and cut. Lg. 2 for 30c or 10 
for $1.20. Med. 2 for 20c or 10 for 80c. 
Bbts. 50 for 25c. 


“Last year we grew bulbs from 5 places. 
Yours produced the best blooms. Please ship 
at once for our first planting 2000 bulbs as 
per enclosed order. Will want more later.” 
J. B. Younger, Texas. 

P. S. “I like your policy of sending more ex- 
pensive varieties to try.” 


TIVOLI (K and M... Large. . . Midseason) 
A beautiful rose-pink which we nominate 
as one of today’s 10 best glads. Tivoli opens 
7 to 9 perfectly spaced florets on spikes 5 
feet tall. This variety is an unbelievably 
good cutter, a glad that will be a delight 
for you to grow. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for 
$1.00. Med. 4 for 25c. or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 
100 for 30c. 


TREASURE ISLAND (Lins ... Giant... 
Midseason) A wonderful ruffled orchid pink. 
Blooms always perfectly placed on well 
proportioned spikes. The rich color and fine 
character of this variety makes it a “treas- 
ure” you should certainly have in your col- 
lection of “best glads.” Lg. 2 for 85c or 10 
for $1.40. Med. 2 for 25c or 10 for 80c. 
Bbts. 50 for 25c. 


TROCADERO (Lins ... Large . .. Mid- 
season) A tall robust carrot orange with 
lightly waved florets. The color is sharp 
and clean. Opens up to 6 well-placed 
florets on spikes that easily reach shoulder 
high. A grand variety for exhibition. Lg. 
2 for 30c or 10 for $1.20: Med. 3 for 30c 
or 10 for 80c. Sm. 10 for 40c. Bbts. 50 for 
25c. 


UNCLE TOM (Salmon ... Large . . . Mid- 
season) A decidely different black-red with 
a deep purplish and brownish cast. Opens 
6 to 8. on ram-rod spikes. A .new..and dif- 
ferent novelty becoming more popular each 
year, While our stock is larger this year, 
orders already placed indicate another com- 
plete sellout. Lg. 2 for 25c or 10 for $1.00. 
Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 60c. Sm. 10 for 35c. 
Bbts. 60 for 25c. 


VAGABOND PRINCE (Palmer . . . Med. 

. Midseason) One of the most popular 
smokies of all time. A rich mahogany brown 
with a scarlet throat. Opens 8 to 10 perfect 
blooms on a tall spike. Lg. 3 for 25c or 10 
for 70c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 45c. Sm. 
10 for 30c. Bbts. 100 for 25c. 


VALERIA (Pruitt ... Large... Early) A 
brilliant scarlet red grown by the millions 
for cut flowers. The bright color, earliness, 
and uniform performance classes Valeria as 
one of the famous glads. Lg. 3 for 25c or 10 
for 75c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. Bbts. 
100 for 25c. 


VARIATION (Krueger ... Med... Mid- 
season) A lovely light pink that makes a 
beautiful display of color when 8 to 10 
blooms are open on a perfectly balanced 
spike for height and length of flower head. 
You cant help but like Variation. Grow a 
few, and like us, you will grow more. Lg. 
3 for 25c or 10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 
10 for 50c. 


VULCAN (Stevens ... Large ... Mid- 
season) A nice magenta purple that is un- 
usual and different. The purples are always 
popular and when a variety like Vulcan 
performs so evenly right down the row, it’s 
really fun to grow and cut. Lg. 2 for 20c or 
10 for 80c. Med. 4 for 25c or 10 for 50c. 


“The glad bulbs were the largest and finest I 
have ever bought. The nice extra bulbs were 
ae than I ever received from any other com- 

any. I am pleased and enclose another or- 
Hel ” Frank Miller, W. Va. 


WEDGEWOOD (Fischer ... Med... Mid- 
season) This delightful bluish lavender with 
its harmonizing cream throat is our nomi- 
nation for one of the most beautiful glads. 
The florets have a waxy lustre and are 
nicely ruffled. Blooms are always precisely 
arranged on perfect spikes. Lg. 2 for 25c 
or 10 for $1.00. Med. 8 for 25c or 10 for 60c. 


WHITE GOLD (Scheer . . . Giant .. . 
Early) A huge cream with a golden throat. 
Grows tremendous spikes from large bulbs. 
It’s not unusual for White Gold to grow 
6 feet tall and for florets to be 6 to 7 inches 
in diameter. Lg. 3 for 25c or 10 for 75c. 
pee 5 for 25c. or 10 for 45c. Bbts. 100 for 
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collection described on 
page 17. 


A gloriously _ beautiful 
violet and white Gloxinia 
grown indoors from a 
Foley Garden bulb. No- 
tice the large number of 
flower buds. The plant 
produced the amazing 
total of 60 flowers during 
the longer than 2 months 
blooming season. 


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cultivated gladiolus pro- 
duced nearly 100,000 
high-crowned bulbs like 
those pictured on page 3. 
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of growing glads we have 
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Home Garden 
Glad Collection “A” 


638 LARGE SIZED BULBS 
$5.60 Value for Only $4.95 


18 PRIZE WINNING VARIETIES 
TO CHOOSE FROM. 


Each variety will be separately bagged 
and labelled. Guaranteed true to name. 


Select 6 varieties, 10 bulbs of each; or 
12 varieties, 5 bulbs of each. Order as 
many combinations as you wish. BUT 
BE SURE TO NAME VARIETIES YOU 
WANT. Besides the 60 large choice 
bulbs, we will include 3 or more bulbs 
of expensive newer varieties for you to 
try. 

Blue Beauty Lavender Dream 
Burma Leeuwenhorst 
Chaumony Mansoer 


Cover Girl Marimba 
Daisy Mae Morning Kiss 


Elizabeth the Queen 
General Eisenhower 
Hans Van Meegren 


Mrs. Marks Memory 
Oriental Pearl 
Red Charm 


June Bells Salmon’s Glory 


Home Garden 
Glad Collection ‘’B” 


Same as above except 
medium sized bulbs 


$3.40 Value for Only $2.95 


Fancier’s 


Glad Collection “E” 
$7.65 Value for Only $6.35 


Here is an “honor roH” group of new 
and spectacular glads that every fancier 
and glad hobbyist should have in his 
collection. All are destined to become 
tremendously popular. They are su- 
premely beautiful and grow with amazing 
strength and vigor. 


. Alfred Nobel 3 Lg. Pallette 

. Chief Pontiac 3 Lg. Patrol 

. Circe 3 Lg. Polynesia 

. Evangeline 1 Lg. Red Wing FREE 
. Orchid Giant 


Fancier’s 
Glad Collection ‘'F” 


Same as above except 
medium sized bulbs 


$5.15 Value for Only $4:35 


Superior Value 
Glad Collection “C” 


61 LARGE SIZED BULBS 
$7.00 Value for Only $6.35 


16 BLUE RIBBON CHAMPIONS TO 
CHOOSE FROM. EACH VARIETY 
GUARANTEED TRUE TO NAME 
AND SEPARATELY BAGGED AND 
LABELLED. 

Select 6 varieties. 10 bulbs of each; or 
12 varieties. 5. bulbs of each. We will 
include FREE, 1 LARGE bulb of 
HEARTS DESIRE WITH EACH COM- 
BINATION YOU ORDER. Be Sure to 
name the varieties you prefer. 

Abbu Hassen Red Cherry 
Benjamin Britten Rose Charm 


Beauty’s Blush Sherwood 
Florence Nightingale Spic and Span 


Gene Sunspot 


Harry Hopkins Tivoli 
New York Uncle Tom 
Pactolus Wedgewood 


All are easy to grow varieties and 
famous for beautiful color and abundance 
of blooms. You can’t help but grow 
wonderful prize winning blooms from any 
or all of these. 


Superior Value 
Glad Collection ‘’D” 


Same as above except Medium 
Sized Bulbs 


$4.15 Value for Only $3.75 


Treasure Chest 
Glad Collection 


Unlabelled 


This assortment is hand picked from 
the very choicest bulbs and_ includes 
many newer varieties having a value up 
to 25c and 80c a bulb. Practically all 
colors and shades are represented and at 
least half of the varieties used in this 
collection are nicely waved or heavily 


ruffled. 

200 large and jumbo bulbs 

100 large and jumbo bulbs 
50 large and jumbo bulbs 

200 med. sized bulbs 

100 med. sized bulbs 


WHOLESALE 
GLADIOLUS PRICE LIST 


(NOT PREPAID) 


25 bulbs of a size and variety at the 100 rate. Minimum order at wholesale, $5.00. Overcount on al] wva- 
rieties plus varieties for trial. Bulblets sold by U. S. dry measure. All quotations subject to prior sale. Ask for 
special quotations on varieties not listed or for larger quantities of those listed. 


Bbts Bbts. 
Variety Per No. 1 No. 2 No. 3 No. 4 No. 5 No. 8 y% Pt. Qt. 
Abbu. Hassénse ee 100 6.00 5.00 A OO ee crs ep ee eee 1.50 4.00 
Algonquin see 100 6.00 5.00 4,00 _...... SEA Ag Gre 1.00 2.50 
Beauty's) Blushves se 100 6.00 5.00 4.00 NOR ee Sere Pn eee ee eek ce eee 
Benjamin Britten ................ 100 7.00 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.50 4.00 
Blues Beauty. 2 100 5.00 4.50 S50 pare eee eee ee ee PER restr | Oc 
Boulogne? .<.... ee 100 5.00 4.50 3.50 3.00%) sk ee 1.00 2.50 
Burma 3.2.64.) eee 100 5.00 4.50 3.50 2.50 2.00 Se ee 1.00 2.50 
Chaumonya ee 100 4.50 4.00 SOO res Mamet 22S) ORE 1.00 2.00 
Connecticut Yankee ............ 100 6.00 5.00 A OOMMEERS <5) ) Gea 1.50 4.00 
Corona itn ee 100 5.00 4.50 3.50 3:00 te gees oat 1.00 2.50 
CoverGirl]. = 100 6.00 5.00 AO eee oe ihe a ates 1.50 8.00 
Crinkle:Cream <.:i...0-..-2c----<-- 100 6.00 5.00 AO Sie te te thay ore ee ee 1.50 3.50 
Dieppe <4... eee 100 6.00 5.00 4.00°*— See Awe) Ree ae Cee. Pak <. 
Drs. Eleminge jee 100 5.00 4.50 SOO Ramee ac, Sia ke 1.00 2.00 
Elizabeth the Queen ............ 100 500 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.50 1.00 2.00 
Florence Nightingale .......... 100 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 mme2.00 iba eee ees 
General Eisenhower ............ 100 5.00 4.50 4.00 S O02 eee ee 1.00 2.50 
Hans Van Meegren .............. 100 6.00 5.00 A OO RE eae e Bn tee 1.50 3.00 
Harry. Hopkins 2 es 100 6.00 5.00 4.00 LOOP at ee AON ge tae ae 1.50 4.00 
JunesBells4. eee 100 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.00 oem eee. td gas ge wee 1.50 
Kardinal Spellman .............. 100 5.00 4.00 3.00 ee ae es 1.50 3.00 
Lavender Dream .................. 100 5.00 4.50 4.00 {eee See ae Me ae 1.00 2.50 
Leading Lady 100 5.00 4.50 iis UE Mr ee aT gia sete A i 1.00 2.50 
Leeuwenhorst .............---.....- 100 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.50 get, Sn ee 1.00 2.00 
Mansoerts 27s eee 100 6.00 5.00 4.00 2.50 area eed eee 1.50 3.00 
Margaret Beaton .................. 100 5.00 4.00 8.50 QOO' phadee ae eee 1.00 2.00 
Marimba Sues es eee 100 5.00 4.50 3.50 3.007) pa. ae 1.00 2.50 
Morning Kisses ee 100 6.00 5.00 4.00% wares 9 P aeces Tet 1.00 2.50 
Mrs. Marks Memory ..........-. 100 5.00 4.50 Saati k > Meee Pie see 1.00 2.50 
Newey or kas weet oe ae 100 6.00 5.00 4,00 Gea A ee Re 1.50 4.00 
Pactolus¥.. =a. eee 100 6.00 5.00 4.00 3,00 haa? ay Ab aeee 1.25 3.00 
Paula Rubensie rcs eee 100 5.00 4.50 B.500 8 gc ae Beater ye ee 1.00. 2.50 
Purple Supreme .................. 100 4.50 3.50 3.008. Basa ae. e 1.00 2.00 
Ravel ...... NG ot) OE A 100 Meee 00.Memes 00 4 100b 3.00 seen ee 150 4.00 
Red, Charmisa ee 100 5.00 4.50 3.50 3.00 2.00 150 1.00 2.50 
RosasV an) loima pee ee 100 4.00 3.50 3.00 DBO rere ae Ny BEB guts ects 1.50 
Salmon’s Glory ..............----- 100 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.OC Ree aE 1.00 9.50 
SUVEraVViNeS et ee 100 5.00 4.50 3.50 3,00 Rage stan ee 1.00 2.50 
Snows Princess 45.23. 100 4.00 3.50 3.00 200 aa ee ee ee 1.50 
Spicr and espa v7. ee 100 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.50 2.00 1.50 3.50 
Spotlights ss. eee 100 5.00 4.50 4.00 3.00 2.005) Rese: 1.00 2.50 
Tivolige ee ee See 100 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.50 2.00 1.50 4.00 
Valeria] oe ee ee 100 5.00 4.50 3.50 Sea eeret eer a eee tee ee 1.50 


Page 16 


FOLEY GARDENS 


Giant Dahlias 


The Dahlias we offer come from the Gar- 
dens of a famous Middle Western Dahlia 
fancier, whose judgment and knowledge of 
varieties is acknowledged and accepted by 
Dahlia enthusiasts and specialists every- 
where. We feel highly honored to list va- 
rieties from his garden which he considers 
to be most outstanding and which can be 
guaranteed tc be healthy, strong growers 
and free flowering. 


Tubers Only 


Classification: (B) Ball type. (D) Decora- 
tive type. (C) Cactus type. 


A. D. Livoni (B) A vigorous growing free 
flowering pink, one of the most popular 
dahlias of all times. Each, 35c. 


Avalon (D) A beautiful clear yellow having 
fine form and long stems. Flowers large 


and hold up well. Each, 35c. 


Bride’s Bouquet (C) A glistening white of 
perfect form. Blooms profusely. Flowers 
are ideal for stunning bouquets and _ar- 
rangements. Each, 35c. 


Celia (C) An exquisite pink with a soft and 
delicate blending of lavender. Wonderful 
for cutting. Each, 35c. ; 


Commando (D) A huge purple with orchid 
and lavender shades. Dinner plate size 
flowers are up to 12 inches across. Each, 50c. 


Daddy Kemp (D) A free flowering huge 
reddish purple. Vigorous grower, free branch- 
ing. Highly recommended. Each, 65c. 


Detroiter (D) A rich; glowing red. Plants 
produces abundant flowers on long stems. 
Blooms last well, are of good substance and 
giant size. Each, 50c. : 


Five Star General (D) An enormous golden 


-- pink. This variety, every season produces 


more large flowers than almost any other. 
Blooms up to 12 and 13 inches across. A 
great champion Dahlia. Each, $1.50. ° 


Gallant Fox (D) A brilliant red that every- 
one prefers. Large flowers, long sturdy stems, 
good keeping qualities helps to make this 
variety universally popular. Each, 35c. 


J. H. Jackson (C) A maroon beauty of grace- 
ful form. Plants are always well branched 
and free blooming. Each, 35¢. ~ 


Five Star General. A new Dahlia of en- 
ormous size and amazing beauty. Each of 
the 3 flowers pictured above measured 18 
inches across. 


Kemp’s White Wonder (D) A lovely pure 
white of perfect form and large size. A 
beautiful variety, fine for cutting. Long 
sturdy stems. Each, 50c. 


Governor Heil (C) A brilliant orange, most 
outstanding for color and vigor. The fine 
large blooms win ribbons in shows all over 
the country. Each, 55c. 


Maffie (C) One of the largest, bright glow- 
ing reds with a distinct shaggy formation. 
ves reliable and very popular. Each 
5c. ; 


Marshall’s’ Pink (D) Huge flowers of true 
elear pink. Each petal has a dainty ivory 
tip. One of the best pink giants. Each, 50c. 


Miss Belgium (C) A lovely coral with a 
sparkling sheen. One of the nicest varieties 
of this color we have ever seen. A profuse 
bloomer. Each, 55c. 


Monarch of the East (D) The huge blooms, 
often 13 inches and larger, are a golden 
bronze with. a coral red reverse. A hand- 
some giant. Each, 75c. 


Freeport, Illinois 


Dahlia Listings 


Oyster Bay Beauty (D) A large oxblood red. 
Huge flowers are well formed on strong 
long stems. Excellent for exhibition. Each, 
45c. 


Rose Glory (D) A rosy lavender of exquisite 
color and form. Perfect flowers on long, 
sturdy stems. Each, 45c. 


The Commodore (D) One of the most de- 
pendable of all the giant yellows. The huge 
flowers last well and are a sensation for 
size, color and form. Each, 40c. 


Zant’s Purple Beauty (D) A large glistening 
purple with excellent growing habits. A 
champion of the larger flowering varieties. 
Highly recommended. Each, 80c. 


Zant’s White (D) A huge exhibition white. 
Perfect, satiny flowers on long, heavy stems, 
Excellent for cutting. Each, 75c. 


CHAMPION COLLECTION “A”. One 
tuber each of the following varieties. A. 
D. LIVONI (pink), AVALON (yellow), 
BRIDE’S BOUQUET (white), DADDY 
KEMP (purple), GOVERNOR HEIL 
(orange), OYSTER BAY BEAUTY (red), 
ROSE GLORY (rose). Seven varieties. 
$3.15 value for$2.65. 


FANCIERS ALL GIANT COLLEC- 
TION “B”. One tuber each COMMAN- 
DO (lavender), DETROITER (red), 
MONARCH OF THE EAST (bronze), 
MARSHALL’S PINK (pink), MISS BEL- 
GIUM (coral), THE COMMODORE 
‘yellow) ZANT’S WHITE (white). Seven 
huge flowering varieties, $3.95 value 
for $3.45. 


Pompom Dahlias 
The small bouquet Dahlias so popular for cutting and bouquets. 


Tubers Only 


Bobby. The form of this deep, rich, plum 
colored variety is fine. A good keeper, won- 
derful for cutting. Each, 30c. 


Dee Dee. A_ glistening orchid-lavender, 
wonderful for cutting and for exhibition. 
Each, 35c. 


Fascination. A lovely new pink that blooms 
profusely. Highly recommended. Each, 40c. 


Joe Fette. A pure white much in demand. 
One of the nicest varieties. Each 35c. 


Johnny. A bright, sparkling red of excellent 
form and beauty. Each, 35c. 


Rosalie. A pansy purple with white mark- 
ings. A stunning color combination. Produces 
an abundance of perfect blooms. Each, 35c. 


Sunbeam. A red and yellow variety that 
everyone likes. Fine for cutting and for ex- 
hibition. Each, 35c. 


Yellow Gem. A grand deep yellow of ex- 
cellent form and good stems. Blooms pro- 
fusely. Each, 30c. 


SPECIAL POMPOM COLLECTION “A” 
One tuber each of the eight pompom 
varieties listed. $2.75 value for $2.45. 


Miniature Dahlias 


These small type dahlias have become 
opular because of their usefulness in all 
and of bouquets and floral arrangements. 
Their freedom of bloom and good keeping 
ualities when cut continually increase 
eir importance and popularity. 


Corinna. A deep, golden yellow, that always 
produces an abundance of perfect blooms, 


Each, 35c. 


Fairy. A beautiful free flowering pink. One 
of the best. Each, 35c. 


Orchid Lady. The color of this much sought 
for variety, is well described by its name. 
Always admired. Each, 35c. 


Sylvia, A bright cherry red having long 
stems. One of the best. Each, 30c. 


White Fawn. The best white miniature. Pro- 


duces perfect blooms over a long season. 
Each, 35c. 


MINIATURE COLLECTION “A”. One 
tuber each of the 5 miniature varieties 


listed. $1.70 value for $1.45. 


Page 18 


FOLEY GARDENS 


HARDY GARDEN LILIES 


Of all flowers, none is more beautiful 
than the Lily. Nor is any more famous in 
song or art than those lilies, long sanctified 
because of their gracefulness and exotic 
fragrance. You have glorious opportunities 
to enjoy the most interesting and beautiful 
varieties, planted either singly, or in groups. 


Each lily has its individual character and 
flower shape, giving the plant and flowers 
a stately perfection of elegant beauty. We 
wish there was some better way than by 
the use of words and pictures to describe 
them. All are so beautiful, one could pick 
at random and draw a prize. 


Lilies may be planted either in spring 
or fall. Bulbs of some varieties arrive so 
late that fall planting is impractical. These 
kinds can be successfully planted in early 
spring, through May, or during early June. 


WE PREFER NOT TO SHIP LILIES FOR 
SPRING PLANTING AFTER MAY 25th. 
All bulbs are carefully packed in peat moss. 


If you will carefully follow the simple 
planting and cultural directions we send 
free with each order, you can glorify your 
garden with Lilies that will become more 
graceful and beautiful year after year. 


Lilium Auratum (Gold Band Lily) A native 
of Japan. The beauty and fragrance of the 
Gold Band Lily is known to lily lovers the 
world cover. Nothing in your garden will 
thrill you quite so much as the true beauty 
of this lily. ‘The flowers are huge ivory 
white in color with chocolate crimson spots 
and a bright gold band through the center 
of each petal. Large Bulbs. Each 50c; 3 
for $1.35; 12 for $5.00. 


Lilium Candidum (Madonna Lily) One of 
the oldest, loveliest and best known lilies. 
A favorite for its beauty and delightful fra- 
grance. The flowers are snow-white, with 
heavy yellow stamens. From 8 to 20 flowers 
on a stem depending on size of bulb plant- 
ed. Grows 3 to 4 feet tall. The bulb is 
hardy and needs little if any protection even 
in cold climates. Does best in full sun. 
Cover crown about 3 to 4 inches. Large 
bulbs. Each 45c; 3 for $1.25. 12 for $4.50. 
SHIPPED ONLY DURING LATE AU- 
GUST AND EARLY SEPTEMBER. 


Lilium Elegans (Cottage Lily) Blooms in 
June and sometimes as late as July. The 
blooms are large and deep mahogany crim- 
son in color. The plant grows to a height 
of from 1 to 2 feet. This lily does well in 
a sunny or partly shaded location. Large 


bulbs. Each, 40c; 3 for $1.10; 12 for $4.00. 


Lilium Speciosum (Rubrum) 


Lilium Maxwill (Maxwill Lily) A_ brilliant 
bright orange red, with black spots, with as 
many as 25 to 40 blooms, on stems ranging 
from 4 to 6 feet in height. Blooms in July 
and this variety is adaptable to almost any 
soil condition. Large bulbs. Each 40c; 3 
for $1.00; 12 for $3.50. 


Lilium Pardalinum Giganteum (Sunset Lily) 
This lily under favorable conditions grows 
to an astonishing height of 5 to 7 feet. The 
blooms are large and of a crimson color, 
shaded to deep cream in the throat. The 
deep purple spots add to its beauty and at- 
tractiveness. The clumps should be divided 
every two to three years. Usually blooms in 
July. Large bulbs. Each, 50c; 3 for $1.35; 
12 for $4.75. 


“The Lily bulbs were grand. The blooms of 
all were beautiful. I took the Auratum (Gold 
Band) Lily to the fair for the flower display. 
It won the blue ribbon. I gave your address 
to many people. Be sure to send them Cata- 
logs when they write.’ R. Anderson, Indiana. 


Lilium Regalianum (Regal Lily) A wonder- 
fully fragrant lily with large white blooms 
flushed a deep purple rose. ‘The flowers 
are trumpet shaped and the plants grow 
from 3 to 5 feet tall. This variety blooms 
in June and July. Bulbs should be planted 
to a depth of 7 to 8 inches and drainage 
should be good. Large bulbs. Each 40c; 
3 for $1.00; 12 for $3.00. 


Freeport, Mlinois 


Lilies - Cannas - Tritomas 


Page 19 


Lilium Speciosum (Rubrum) One of the 
most beautiful of all lilies. The blooms are 
large and recurved. The colors vary from 
a rose pink to a carmine pink with crimson 
spots. Plants grow from 3 to 5 feet tall 
and prefer partial shade and good drainage. 
eran bulbs, Each, 45c; 3 for $1.15; 12 for 
4.00 


Lilium Tenuifolium (Coral Lily) Here is a 
lily that thrives in full sun and may be 
grown in any climate, eacept the desert. 
The medium sized blooms are a waxy, deep 
coral-red. Plants grow to a height of 2 feet 
and flower during late June or July. Pre- 
fers sandy soil and a planting depth of 5 
inches. Large bulbs. Each, 30c; 3 for 75c; 
12 for $2.50. 


Lilium Willmottiae (Swehwan Lily) One of 
the most outstanding and unusual of all 
lilies. Attracts the attention of everyone. 
The blooms are medium size on plants from 
3 to 6 feet tall. The lovely orange red flow- 
ers are spotted black. Large bulbs. Each, 
45c; 3 for $1.25; 12 for $4.50. 


Special LILY 


Collection 


One each of all varieties listed 
except Lilium Candidum. 


$3.40 value for $3.15 


New and Popular Cannas 


ALL TIME FAVORITES FOR BEDDING 


Cannas are becoming increasingly popu- 
lar. The new varieties with such large 
flowers and new colors certainly create a 
colorful display from July until frost. They 
do best in full sun and should be planted 
in good rich ground. For the most luxuriant 
growth give them an application of com- 
mercial fertilizer when plants are about 2 
feet tall. 


City of Portland. Leaves green and flowers 
rosy pink. Grows 3% feet tall with heavy 
foliage. 


Best pink canna. Flowers big 
Leaves a bluish green. 


Hungaria. 
and petals large. 
Grows 3% feet tall. 


King Humbert. Grows 4 feet tall with scar- 
let flowers. The leaves are bronze. This 
grand variety has been a sensation for 
years. 


The President. Attains a height of 4 feet. 
The color a rich glowing scarlet. Foliage 
green. 


Yellow King Humbert. Flowers a rich yel- 
low and blotched bright red. The foliage 
is a dark green. Grows 4 feet tall. 


Wyoming. Tall growing. Immense flower 
heads of apricot-orange. Purple-bronze 
foliage. Orchid flowering type. 


Large 3 to 5 eye roots 


All varieties priced alike—2 for 30c; 12 for 
$1.50; 100 for $9.50. 


NOTE—You may order any combination of 
varieties at the 12 rate or at the 100 rate. 
Each variety will be correctly labelled and 
bagged separately. 


Tritoma 


Red Hot Poker or Torch Lilies 


Aleazar. Soft rose red. Best of this color. 
1 for 60c; 3 for $1.50. 


Goldmine. ..A beautiful soft amber, tinted 
gold. 1 for 50c; 3 for $1.30. 


Pfitzeri. 
Long narrow foliage. 


A wonderful rich orange scarlet. 
1 for 50c; 3 for $1.30. 


Primrose Beauty. A delightful color of prim- 
rose yellow. Provides abundant bloom. 1 
for 40c; 3 for 1.10. 


TRITOMA COLLECTION 


1 each of the above, separately labelled, 
$2.00 value for $1.85. 


3 each of the above, separately labelled, 
$5.40 value for $4.95 


Page 20 


Miscellaneous Bulbs 


FOLEY GARDENS 


Tigridia 
(Shell-Flower of Mexico) 


Few flowers are more gorgeously colored 
or so beautiful. The bulbs, which can be 
handled the same as Gladiolus, bloom in 
mid-summer. Each stalk produces several 
flowers. Each Neate listed is strikingly 
beautiful and unusual. 


Alba Grandiflora. 
10 for $1.35. 


Pure white. 2 for 30c, 


Canariensis. Bright yellow. 2 for 30c; 10 
for $1.35. 
Lilacina. Crimson with spotted center. 


2 for 30c; 10 for $1.35. 


Speciosa. Scarlet with golden center. 2 for 
30c; 10 for $1.35. 


MIXTURE OF ALL COLORS—10 for $1.35. 


Fancy Leaved 


Caladium 


For a continuous foliage display from 
late spring to frost, no other plant equals 
these. They are easy to grow, thrive in 
partial, almost full shade. In the fall before 
freezing weather, dig and store them like 
Cannas. Or you can pot them for winter 
blooms indoors. Start them inside in Feb- 
ruary, March or April. Enjoy the rich color 
combination indoors until time to plant 
them out. Our large 1% to 2% bulbs 
represent a mixture of many different colors. 
Large bulbs do much better than smaller 
sizes. Each, 45c or 3 for $1.15. 


Acidanthera 


MURIELAE 
(Sweet Scented Gladiolus) 


A vigorous growing gladiolus-like bulb 
which produces highly scented flowers in 
late summer. The blooms have a delightful 
and soft fragrance. A few spikes indoors 
will make themselves pleasantly known 
throughout the room. 


The flowers are white with sparkling and 
clear purple markings in centers. Stems 
grow about 2 to 2% feet tall. In mild 
climates bulbs may be left in the ground 
over winter but in colder regions they should 
be dug and handled like gladiolus bulbs. 
Top sized bulbs. 3 for 50c; 12 for $1.75. 


Tuberoses 
Easily recognized for their exquisite 
fragrance. One flower will scent an entire 


room—especially penetrating in the evening 
air. Grows to a height of 24 inches and 
more. Flower clusters with waxy white petals 
are strikingly beautiful at night when they 
shine and sparkle like white marble. 


Plant bulbs to a depth of 83 or 4 inches in 
the border or open garden in any well drain- 
ed soil after danger of frost is past. Tuber- 
roses are not hardy and must be taken up in 
the fall and stored in a dry cool place. 


LARGE BULBS, 2 for 30c; 10 for $1.25. 


Montbretias 
GIANT HYBRIDS 


The Montbretias are highly valued for 
cut flowers. They are easily grown and 
their graceful flower stems add much to any 
garden. The lovely glad-like flowers are 
very attractive when grown in groups or 
used for flower arrangements in the home. 


_ They do best in a light loamy soil en- 
riched with leaf mold and a little lime, no 
manure. In cold climates the bulbs can be 
handled like gladiolus bulbs but in regions 
where the ground does not freeze deeply 
they may be left out and they will multiply. 
Our mixture contains, yellow, salmon, 
orange, and scarlet. Top sized bulbs. Mix- 
ture only, 8 for 40c. 12 for $1.50. 


Prompt, friendly 
service 


with bulbs 


the best size 

the highest quality 
for health 
and vigor. 

and excellent values 
as to price 


Freeport, Ilinois 


Page 21 


TALL BEARDED IRIS 


FOR LATE SPRING AND EARLY SUMMER 


These highly developed, superb Irises, 
all of recent introductions, are among 
the finest in cultivation today. If you are 
interested in adding to your Iris collec- 
tion or in getting a start with proven 
varieties of real merit and beauty, we are 
certain you will find just what you want 
among the “Aristocrats” we list, all of 
which are from the gardens of a famous 
Iris fancier who has one of the largest 
and best maintained collections in the 
Middle West. 


Plant in full sun, in good, well drained 
garden soil. The top of the rhizome 
(root) should be flush with ground sur- 
face. Enrich soil with bone meal, well 
rotted manure or best of all compost. Do 
not use fertilizers high in n-trugen. 


SHIPPING—Iris can be shipped any- 
time after July first. We recommend 
July and early August planting in cli- 
mates where winters are severe, but in 
the warmer climates Iris can be success- 
fully planted during the fall, even as late 
as October or early in November. We 
pay postage on all shipments of Iris. 


VARIETIES 


AMIGO (Williamson 1934) A delightful 
and lovely variety with lavender stand- 
ards and velvety purple pansy falls edged 
with lavender. Has won many awards. 
50c. 


Arctic (Kleinsorge 1940) A shining sat- 
iny finished white with a striking golden 
beard. Ruffled close standards. Excellent 
grower and free bloomer. 50c. 


xAzure Skies. (Pattison 1943) A pale 
azure blue. The flowers are large and 
beautifully ruffled. Rated as one of the 
finest of all light blues. $1.00. 


«Berkeley Gold (Salbach 1942) <A deep, 
clear yellow with great intensity of col- 
or. Heavy substance and smooth finish 
to the flowers. 75c. 


«Blue Shimmer (J. Sass 1942) A fine, 
large blue and white plicata. Ranks as 
one of the most outstanding varieties. 
$1.00. 


«Captain Wells (Cook 1941) A tall grow- 
ing, deep, glossy maroon purple without 
haft markings. 75ce. 


CHINA MAID (Milliken 1936) A pleas- 
ing Iris of soft lilac pink. Husky grower 
and a free blomer. 75c. 


CITY OF LINCOLN (H. Sass 1937) A 
brilliant and still most popular yellow 
and red variegata. 50c. 


*xDaybreak (Kleinsorge 1941) A large 
golden pink with slight coppery under- 
tones. The blooms are charmingly ruf- 
fled and of fine form. Tied for top 
award in 1946. $1.00. 


*EImohr (Loomis 1942) A beautiful new 
Iris of immense size and rich coloring 
in mulberry and red. One of the first to 
attract attention in your garden. $1.00. 


FAIR ELAINE (Mitchell 1938) A choice 
two-toned yellow. The standards are pale 
primrose, the falls golden yellow. Excel- 
lent form, stems well branched and a 
free bloomer. 50c. 


Flora Zenor (Sass 1942) A light shell 
or cameo pink shading to a deeper rose 
at the hafts. The tangerine beard adds 
to the exciting beauty of this grand va- 
riety. 60c. 


Golden Hind (Chadburn 1934) A free 
blooming bright buttercup yellow. Grows 
30 inches tall. Best planted in front of 
the border. Has won highest of all 
awards. 35c. . 


GREAT LAKES (Cousins 1938) A ma- 
jestic light blue Iris that will hold up 


under all kinds of weather. Winner of 
highest award in 1924. 75c. 
*Gudrun (K. Dykes 1921) An early 


blooming immense pure white with a 
golden throat. A free blooming variety 
and a husky grower. 35c. 


Indian Hills (Grant-Schreiner 1937) <A 
rich true purple which rightly continues 
to be popular because of dependable per- 
formance. 40c. 


Jean-Cayeux (Cayeux 1931) A pleasing 
Iris of coffee tan. Originated in France 
and a top award winner. 35c. 


Lighthouse (Salbach 1936) A well rated 
iris with standards of old rose and flar- 
ing falls of rose red, with gold markings 
lighting up center of flower. 50c. 


Louvois (Cayeux 1956) A beautiful va- 
riety from France. A velvety maroon 
brown with light tan standards. 50e. 


MATTERHORN (J. Sass 1938) A lovely 
pure white, profusely borne and well 
spaced on strong stems. 50c. 


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xMajencia (Cook 1941) A wonderful 
blend of pink, with large, round, wide- 
petaled flowers. 75c. 


*Melamie (Hall 1941) A lovely, tall, or- 
chid pink with large, nicely waved flow- 
ers. 50c. 


MISSOURI (Grinter 1933) A famous 
clear blue with an enamel-like texture. 
Flowers have a strong Lily of the Valley 
fragrance. 50c. 


*Mulberry Rose (Schreiner 1941) An iris 
of novel coloring—strong shades of mul- 
berry and rose and a bronzy colored 
beard. Well branched and a free flower- 
ing variety much in demand. $1.00. 


Nightfall (Hall 1941) This rich velvety 
dark pansy purple iris has all the fine 
qualities of a truly great variety, color, 
form, growth and bloom. 75c. 


OLA KALA (J.Sass 1943) A brilliant, 
clean quality yellow of fine form and 
branching. Frilled standards are set off 
by round falls slightly frilled at edge. 
paca Sones for Dykes medal in 


Ormohr (Kleinsorge 1937) A giant of 
Iris-dom. Large ruffled flowers of satiny 
lavender look more like orchids than 
Iris. 50c. 


Pink Reflection (P.Cook 1942) A chamois 
skin pink blend with a buff underlay. 
Flowers of flaring form, heavy texture 
and huge size. se flowering, exquisite 
and sturdy. $1.25 


PRAIRIE SUNSET (H. Sass 19389) A 
sparkling beauty of a brilliant sunset 
blend. Winner of Dykes award. $1.00. 


*Ranger (Kleinsorge 1948) A late bloom- 
ing dark red which you can enjoy after 
most Iris are gone. Bronze orange 
beard. $1.50. 


Red Gleam (Lapham 1939) The richest 
red to date in an Iris. Standards and 
falls are almost alike in this true red. 
75¢. 


*Red Valor (Nicholls 1939) A huge, deep 
garnet red with a rich brownish beard. 
Stands all kinds of weather. Gold medal 
winner 1940. $1.50. 


“Hall of Fame” Iris. 


SABLE (Cook 1938) The richest blue- 
black purple of large size and lustrous 
sheen. Popular with everyone. $1.00. 


SIERRA BLUE (Essig 1932) A Dykes 
medal winner of a clear deep blue. Grows 
to a great height. Popular with every- 
one. 35c. 


*Solid Mahogany (Sass 1944) True to its 
name. This Iris merits any description. 
The dark red velvety flower has a bronze 
gold beard. Most outstanding. $2.00. 


THE RED DOUGLAS (J. Sass 1937) A 
showy and huge, rich, deep purple. Late 
flowering. Growth and bloom excellent. 
a stunning and most popular variety. 
75e. 


*xThe Admiral (Hall 1941) An intense 
medium blue of outstanding finish and 
substance. One of the best cf the recent 
Iris — an Iris that comes close to per- 
fection. 75c. 


TIFFANY (H. Sass 1938) A soft yellow 
plicata, suffused with deep rose. A gay 
and charming beauty. 50c. 


TREASURE ISLAND (Kleinsorge 1937) 
Perfectly formed, large flowers of clear, 
soft pure yellow with a rich deep gold 
beard. 50c. 


WABASH (Williamson 1936) A Dykes 
winner in 1940. Snowy white standards 
with falls of deep violet, edged in white. 
Intensely popular. 50c. 


«Winter Carnival (Schreiner 1941) One 
of the most beautiful white Iris. Large, 
crisp, pure white with a touch of gold 
at the throat. Elaborately sedate and 
extremely hardy. $1.00. 


Special Notice 
Save up to 10 and 15% on Iris 
“A”. Select any combination of varie- 


ties having a total retail value from 
$2.50 up to $6.00 at 10% discount. 


“B”. Same as above, except on all Iris 
orders amounting to $6.00 and more 
you may deduct 15%. 


Varieties with the name in BOLD FACE CAPS have been 


designated by the American Iris Society as charter members of the Hall of Fame 
Classification. Iris eligible for this honor have been listed among the 100 best Iris 


for the last 10 years. 


They no longer compete in the 100 best selection. All varieties 


marked with a star (*) are among the latest selection of the 100 best and most pop- 


ular Iris. 


EVERYONE CAN GROW 


Beautifal 
TUBEROUS 
BEGONIAS 


Giant Camellia Flowering 
Hanging Basket Type 
Carnation Flowering 


Luxuriant begonias grow- 
ing in a shady outdoor 
location. They brighten 
and add glamour to nooks 
and corners where other 
flowers will not thrive. 


Giant Camellia 
Flowering 


No other flower can equal the Tuberous 
Begonias for sheer, exquisite beauty. When 
you see the beautiful flowers, you will wish 
you had ordered more. 

Tuberous Begonias are widely used as pot 
plants for winter bloom indoors. They are 
ideal for shady places outdoors and for 
northern exposures. A bed of them will pro- 
vide a continuous supply of flowers from 
early summer until frost. The flowers are 
perfect for bowl or saucer arrangements for 
all types of parties and are ideal for corsages. 

The giant Camellia type Begonias are by 
far the most popular. The plants grow 
strong and the large double flowers are sup- 

orted on erect stems. The foliage is wax- 
ike and luxuriant. The plants are not dif- 
ficult to grow. 


With each order we send complete grow- 
ing instructions. The bulbs we offer are 
imported from Belgium and are from 1% to 
2 inches across. Smaller bulbs can be sold 
for less but do not grow easily and often re- 
sult in a complete failure. 


Large 1% to 2 inch tubers. 
Red, Salmon, White, Yellow, Crimson, 


Orange. 1 for 30c, 6 for $1.35, 12 for 
$2.35, 25 for $4.25 


Mixed, 6 for $1.15, 12 for $2.00, 25 for 
$3.85. é 


Bowl arrangement of 
begonias—note the size of 
the camellia like flowers— 
some 5 inches across— 
also frilled petals of 
carnation type. You will 
be delighted with the 
wonderful display of color 
(early summer to frost). 
Plants from our tubers 


bloom profusely. 


IMPORTED 


Pendula Begonias 
(Hanging Basket Type) 


Each plant produces hundreds of smaller 
double flowers. This variety is especially 
good for growing in porch or window boxes 
or even in the rock garden. They must be 
grown in a shady location. 1% to 2 inch 
tubers. Mixed colors only. 1 for 40c, 3 for 
$1.10, 6 for $2.00. 12 for $3.85. 


Imported Carnation 
FLOWERED BEGONIAS 


The petals of each flower are beautifully 
frilled and the blooms resemble large car- 
nations. 1% to 2 inch tubers. Colors, 
White, Red, Salmon, Crimson, Yellow and 
Orange. 1 for 35c, 6 for $1.35, 12 for $2.50. 


Begonias are 
available now. 


We have shipments arriving 
every two weeks. Your orders 
are filled with plump, fresh 
bulbs. 


Gorgeous Easily Grown Gloxinias, 
Brilliant Flowers, up to 5 inches across. 


The easiest and quickest way to get 
showy gloxinias is to start with healthy 
bulbs. Plant from February to as late as 
early May to have a long period of bloom. 
From a thriving plant you may get as 
many as 35, even 40 or more wide open 
flowers of glorious color. Plants develop 
quickly. They will add glamour to your 
home. 


Return Postage Guaranteed ~ FOLEY Ga DENS, Freeport 


® Large 1% to 2 inch bulbs 


@ White, Violet, Crimson, 
Violet and White, 
Crimson and White 


40c each; 3 for $1.10; 6 for 
$2; 12 for $3.80. 


Our Gloxinia bulbs come direct from 
Belgium. We have shipments arriving 
approximately every ,two weeks in order 
to have plump, fresh bulbs in stock at all 
times for filling your orders. With each 
order we send complete cultural directions 
so that you will be sure to have stunning 
velvety flowers from each plant for many 
weeks. 


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